Monthly Archives: August 2007

Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is described as the cancer of the protective sac that is responsible to cover and protect most of the internal organs of the Human Body. In medical words, it can be described as the cancer of the mesothelium. The … Continue reading

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Cause of Epidural Abscess

An epidural abscess is a collection of pus in the space between the skull or spinal bones and the dura mater, which is the outermost of the three meninges, or membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. The pus … Continue reading

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Main Cause of Meningitis

Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, which are membranous coverings of the brain and spinal cord. There are three meninges. First, there is the outside membrane, the dura mater, which adheres to your skull. Next is the middle layer, … Continue reading

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Arterial Occlusive Disease

What is this Condition? In arterial occlusive disease, the aorta and its major branches are blocked or become narrowed. This interrupts blood flow, usually to the legs and feet. The disorder may affect the carotid, vertebraL innominate, subclavian, mesenteric, and … Continue reading

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Define Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is caused by gradual deterioration in certain nerve centers inside the brain. The centers are those that control movement, particularly semi-automatic movements such as swinging your arms while walking. Deterioration of these nerve centers upsets the delicate balance … Continue reading

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